February 21, 2024

Vizsla Silver announces $22 million bought deal, shares down

Net proceeds of the financing will go towards the exploration, drilling and development of its flagship Panuco silver-gold project.

February 21, 2024

China lithium futures ride environmental rollercoaster

The most-active July contract on the Guangzhou Futures Exchange surged by 10%.

February 21, 2024

Aluminum price surges as White House plans fresh sanctions on Russia

President Joe Biden said the US plans to unveil a “major” sanctions package against Moscow on Friday.

February 21, 2024

First Quantum inks $500 million copper deal with Jiangxi amid Panama mine struggles

Jiangxi Copper, the Canadian miner’s top shareholder, will receive 50,000 tonnes of copper anode per year from mines in Zambia.

February 20, 2024

CHART: China’s Belt and Road mining investment hits record

China’s overseas investment in metals and mining as part of its Belt and Road Initiative surged by 158% last year, hitting $19.4 billion with energy transition metals the main focus.

February 20, 2024

Goldman, hedge funds step up activity in physical uranium as prices spike

Shortfalls have lifted uranium prices to 16-year highs.

February 20, 2024

Osino-Dundee deal falls through after third-party superior bid

The new bid values Osino at $213 million and includes a $10m loan to fast-track the development of the Twin Hills gold project in Namibia.

February 19, 2024

Column: Australia gives nickel a quick fix, but surgery of global industry needed

Australia is throwing a lifeline to its under pressure nickel mining sector, but the solution on offer is more of a band aid than the needed major surgery, the carving…

February 19, 2024

BHP says nickel faces “difficult multi-year run”

BHP's strong revenue growth of 6% was underpinned by higher iron ore and copper prices.

February 19, 2024

Australian lithium stocks rally on speculation of China mine closure

Australian lithium stocks rallied on speculation that CATL had closed its Jianxiawo mine.